2009 BMW 330 vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1582 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
